Manager, Training & Compliance

John Hopkin’s University; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 66,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

John Hopkin’s University seeks a Manager, Training & Compliance to lead staff in enforcing federal and state animal-use regulations and to keep the program AAALAC-accredited. The role includes directing inspections, training, and protocol reviews across multiple animal facilities.

Responsibilities cover staff mentorship, collaboration with RAR/HSE, and developing communication materials while ensuring compliance and quality in all activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology or related field required.
• Five years of related experience in laboratory animal research or training/compliance.
• Supervisory experience required.
• LAT or LATG certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead staff in establishing and maintaining training and compliance programs.
• Manage semi-annual inspections of animal-housing and usage areas.
• Provide education and updates on applicable regulations and policies.
• Regularly teach classes and hands-on training for staff.
• Oversee rounds at facilities and coordinate with other departments.
• Prepare for AAALAC Program Description and review protocols.

Skills

Animal Research Protocol Management

Animal Welfare Compliance

Compliance Auditing

Documentation

Interpersonal Skills

Literature Review

Oral and Written Communications

Process Development and Training

Training and Development

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Zoology, Animal Science, Psychology, Behavioral Biology or related field

Master's Degree in biology, Zoology, Animal Science, Psychology, Behavioral Biology or related field

Tools

LAT or LATG certification

Veterinary technician training

Job description

We are seeking a Manager, Training & Compliance who will lead staff in supporting the mission of the Animal Research & Care of JHU and works to ensure university compliance with federal regulations and policies governing the use of animals in research, and to ensure that the animal program remains fully accredited.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage the semi-annual inspections for all areas of JHU where animals are housed or used in research, teaching, and testing. Documentation may include deficiency notices, follow-ups, and reports.
• Provide education and training sessions to update staff on federal and state regulations and policies governing the use of animals in research.
• Regularly teach classes and provide hands-on animal training to animal care and lab personnel.
• Manage and mentor all Training and Compliance staff.
• Oversee monthly rounds at animal facilities, satellite housing locations, and labs.
• Lead and perform focused compliance inspections in the winter & summer.
• Guide and supervise staff in performing protocol post-approval monitoring (PAM) visits to laboratories and satellite housing locations.
• Direct collaboration and coordination with other departments (e.g. RAR and HSE).
• Conduct grant-to-protocol congruency reviews.
• Draft and edit ACUC Office procedure and guidance documents.
• Oversee the review of approved protocols for specific procedures; observe & train animal care and lab personnel for proficiency in awake animal use procedures.
• Collaborate with staff in creating communication materials: postcards, handouts, and billboards.
• Lead the Training and Compliance team with the preparation for and finalizing of the compliance-related portions of AAALAC Program Description.
• Serve as subject matter expert to staff in the fact-finding and evaluation of possible noncompliant animal-related issues.
• As a full voting member of the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC), conducts semi-annual inspections and monthly animal use protocol review.
• Conduct literature searches as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Zoology, Animal Science, Psychology, Behavioral Biology or related field.
• Five years’ related experience in laboratory animal research, laboratory animal care, or a training and compliance position.
• Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.
• Supervisory experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree in biology, Zoology, Animal Science, Psychology, Behavioral Biology or another related field.

Technical Qualifications And Specialized Certifications

• Familiarity with federal regulations and policies regarding the roles and responsibilities of Animal Care and Use Committees.
• LAT or LATG certification, or veterinary technician training, strongly preferred.

Technical Skills And Expected Level Of Proficiency

• Animal Research Protocol Management - Advanced
• Animal Welfare Compliance - Advanced
• Compliance Auditing - Advanced
• Documentation - Advanced
• Interpersonal Skills - Advanced
• Literature Review - Advanced
• Oral and Written Communications - Advanced
• Process Development and Training - Advanced
• Training and Development - Advanced

Classified Title: Manager, Training & Compliance

Role/Level/Range: ACRP/04/ME

Starting Salary Range: $66,215 - $116,130 Annually (Commensurate w/exp,)

Employee group: Full Time

Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:30 - 5:00

FLSA Status: Exempt

Location: School of Medicine Campus

Department name: Animal Care and Use Committee

Personnel area: University Administration